Page Curl Pro 2.0 really ought to be called 3D Warp Pro. It's just so much more
advanced than other page curl plugins out there, offering the ability to manipulate
objects (layers) in 3D space, apply ambient and point lighting and even bump mapping of the surface.
What's more, it's fast; it gives you high-quality results; and it comes at a price that's so
reasonable there's simply no reason not to buy it.

...In the world of two-dimensional print and web design it is sometimes hard to imagine what our designs may
look like if they were standing in front of us, off the computer screen. Page Curl has the amazing ability to subtly or
drastically add that extra flare that will definitely make your design be noticed.

AV Bros. Page Curl Pro is the most advanced curling effect to be found. Not only can you do the classic curl in any direction and to any degree, but
(among other things) you can add additional curls along with backing images!...

...AV Bros. seems to have a very good grasp on usability. Though its interface doesn't completely
coincide with that of general Photoshop use, its panels, sliders, and buttons are still very user-friendly and
attractive. It's a good little distraction from the flat gray world that most designers work in. A good half
hour of play time devoted to the task will teach you all you need to know about their implications, and it's also a lot of fun...

...a high quality, valuable application that should be part of any designer's arsenal who needs a plug in that will
produce professional quality results with the greatest of ease.
...Nearly any aspect of taking an image and turning into a jigsaw puzzle type of imagery is possible with add on.
It is here in the sheer amount of configurability with this program that makes it not only a great creative tool, it makes it a real time saver.

In the real world, puzzles are very popular among both children and adults. In
terms of computer design, a puzzle image is rather a "symbol", but
very commonly used. Still, how can you create a realistic-looking and
yet not boring puzzle image? Meet AV Bros. Puzzle Pro!
...Just like other AV Bros. plug-ins, it is known for ingenious appearance, really handy control and multitude of
useful features...

Puzzle Pro offers more customizable options than any other similar plug-in I've used.
You may never use all the customization options in Puzzle Pro, but they're sure to
open up a whole new world of creative opportunities for you.

AV Bros. Puzzle Pro 2.0 is a Photoshop-compatible plug-in that enables the user to apply the most
photorealistic and alterable jig-saw puzzle effect obtainable.
Digital publishers in need of such an effect are certain to be
impressed by this elegant feat of programming.

...When it comes to turning an image into a puzzle, AV Bros Puzzle Pro 2 has this
field covered. In what has to be the most attractive plug–in to ever grace
Photoshop, from installation to use, the appearance of the program is
impressive....

...AV Bros. Puzzle Pro 2.0 is not only the most comprehensive filter I've seen
for making jigsaw puzzle and other cutout effects, but it's also the most
comprehensive filter of this type that I could possibly imagine...
...The documentation (both online and in PDF format) is excellent; the
software is quick and well implemented; and the price is reasonable. I give
it a Strong Buy recommendation....

A most powerful program, Puzzle Pro 2 offers you complete control over the
shape, size and lighting of the pieces you create. In addition to puzzle
pieces, you can create maze, honeycomb and engraved effects!

About:

Puzzle Pro

Reviewed by:

Sally Beacham (PSP Power)

Rated:

5 bananas out of 5

Full Review:

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...Puzzle Pro 2.0 has so many nooks and crannies, it's absolutely astounding how
much is packed in this filter...

...Even, if your sitting their scratching your head trying to figure out what you
would use a puzzle plug-in for don't think for an instant that it just cuts your
images in to plain old puzzle pieces...

If you want absolute flexibility for adjusting every aspect of the page curl effect,
AV Bros. Page Curl 2.0 will not let you down. All in all, I was quite impressed
by the number of options and the ease of use of this plug-in.

...latest software release, Page Curl 2.0, shares much in common with
Puzzle Pro - in its interface and in its unique approach to presenting
an effect that isn't, in itself, unique at all. It is, in short,
the best implementation of page curl/fold effects I've seen to date.

...AV Bros Photoshop Plug-ins are not only sharp looking, their output is excellent as well...
Page Curl 2.0... permits incredible manipulation of that standard effect the page curl.
...this is one of those Plug-ins you appreciate after you realize how tedious it is to achieve a similar
effect using basic digital image manipulation tools.
...Saving time, and offering a plethora of options, AV Bros' "Puzzle Pro 2.0" is literally a life saver
for those that want to turn a photographic image into a puzzle piece, or better still, puzzle pieces.